The Privalov Fortune

By Dmitry Mamin-Sibiryak and   -

Book Overview

The Privalov Fortune is a novel written by D. Mamin Sibiryak. The story is set in Russia during the early 20th century, and follows the life of a young man named Ivan Privalov. Ivan is the son of a wealthy merchant, and has grown up in a life of luxury and privilege.However, when his father dies unexpectedly, Ivan is left to fend for himself in a world that is rapidly changing. He must navigate the treacherous waters of Russian society, where corruption and greed are rampant, and where the old ways of doing things are giving way to new, more modern ways.As Ivan struggles to find his place in this new world, he becomes embroiled in a series of intrigues and scandals that threaten to destroy everything he holds dear. Along the way, he meets a cast of colorful characters, including a beautiful and mysterious woman named Nadya, who may hold the key to his future.The Privalov Fortune is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and redemption, set against the backdrop of a tumultuous period in Russian history. Sibiryak's masterful storytelling and vivid descriptions bring the world of pre-revolutionary Russia to life, and make this book a must-read for anyone who loves historical fiction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162807024
• ISBN13: 9781162807027
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 476 Pages
• Weight: 1.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"